Warehouse Lead

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Description Come work for America's Master Craftsmen in Restoration and Preservation! Western Specialty Contractors is currently looking for self-motivated, top notch individuals to help serve our customers as a Skilled Caulker at our Des Moines, IA branch. If you are a self-motivated individual with great work ethic and the personality to help with customer satisfaction, then we would love to meet you!

Responsibilities

are making deliveries and pickups to all construction projects.

of the warehouse. Will be training in preparation for the future warehouse manager role. Will assist the warehouse manager in the overall operations of the warehouse including all equipment, rental records and material ordering and coordination of deliveries to job sites.

: Primary responsibility of this position will be driving. Secondary responsibility of this position is to assist and train with the warehouse manager in facilitating needed items on projects to help keep the projects running smoothly Receive equipment and materials lists from foreman and set up delivery Keep a stock of needed sundries and certain materials to limit trips to supply houses Some standard items ie: safety glasses, brushes, rags, etc. should be carried by truck driver at all times Shop for prices on equipment and materials Maintain truck maintenance needs Have equipment serviced on a regular basis Act as truck driver.

Will coordinate schedules and deliveries with the Superintendent All truck driver orders should come directly from the Superintendent Oversee equipment and materials ordering. All equipment/materials should be ordered in advance so they will be available when needed Keep warehouse and yard clean at all times Bring forward new ideas, recommendations that provide cost savings to the Branch Research new equipment Keep a running list of warehouse materials available for use Keep track of equipment Maintain list of inventory within warehouse.

Requirements

Valid Driver’s License, Class A preferred but Class B CDL required High school diploma or equivalent Ability to work in a fast paced environment and manage multiple projects at one time Familiarity with Microsoft office applications, Outlook and Internet research a plus Good communication skills Demonstrated ability to manage warehouse operations for multiple branches is a plus OSHA 10 hour a plus Must be willing to work flexible hours. Ability to operate a forklift and have appropriate certification is a plus.

Compensation

for this role is determined using a variety of factors, including experience, skills, internal equity, market benchmarks, and the cost of labor in the different geographic locations where we operate.